Licensed Practical Nurse 7p-7a

Lutheran Senior Services • Chesterfield, MO

7h

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) performs nursing functions within the scope of practice and provides and/or coordinates care and services to meet residents’ physical, psychosocial, and functional care needs. The role works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized plans of care, supports regulatory compliance and staff learning, administers medications and treatments, monitors residents, and maintains accurate clinical documentation. An IV-certified LPN may initiate IV therapy.

The LPN helps maintain a safe, comfortable, and functional environment; directs certified staff and others as assigned; and reports and supports investigations of staff or resident incidents and accidents. The position requires a current active state LPN license and CPR certification. Specialized training or experience in gerontological nursing is preferred.

The work area is well-lighted and ventilated and has temperature control. The role may involve emotionally upset residents or family members, exposure to airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, infectious waste and diseases, and working beyond normal hours or on weekends and holidays when necessary. Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment is provided as needed. Physical duties include lifting up to 30 pounds and pushing or pulling up to 50 pounds, along with standing, walking, handling objects, sitting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and occasionally climbing or balancing.

Requirements

• LPN licensure in the state of practice.
• Current active license.
• CPR certification.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds and push or pull 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform the physical and sensory duties described, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Specialized training or experience in gerontological nursing.
• IV certification.

Responsibilities

• Practice nursing within the scope of licensure and in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act, current licensure requirements, applicable state and federal rules, and EverTrue policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to define individualized plans of care for residents.
• Work with nursing leadership to support regulatory compliance and promote learning, teaching, and role modeling of professional nursing practices.
• Pass medications and/or oversee medication ordering and administration; administer medications and treatments; and monitor ordered IV fluids, supplemental nourishment, and medications.
• Initiate IV therapy when IV-certified.
• Maintain working knowledge of observation, assessment, and documentation processes applicable to the level of licensure, including care and service plans and the MDS as applicable.
• Use the electronic medical record for clinical documentation in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Observe residents, coordinate with other resident services to ensure continuity of care, and maintain detailed, timely, and accurate reports.
• Assess potential hazards and implement practices to maintain a safe, comfortable, and functional environment.
• Oversee and direct certified staff and others as assigned to ensure EverTrue standards of care and service.
• Report and support investigations of staff or resident incidents and accidents in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO sell-back
• Retirement savings benefits with an employer match contribution
• Education Financial Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness
• Pay advances (PayActiv)
• Caregiver support (TCARE)
• Leaves of Absence
• Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot)
• Commuter support
• Extended Sick Pay for part-time employees
• Bereavement Pay for part-time employees
• Jury Duty Pay for part-time employees
• Medical/Pharmacy coverage for full-time or Weekend Option employees
• Dental insurance for full-time or Weekend Option employees
• Vision insurance for full-time or Weekend Option employees
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts for full-time or Weekend Option employees
• Life insurance for full-time or Weekend Option employees
• Long-term and Short-term Disability for full-time or Weekend Option employees
• Voya income protection benefits (Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident) for full-time or Weekend Option employees
• Pet insurance for full-time or Weekend Option employees
• Shift differentials: $2.00/hour evenings, $1.50/hour nights, and $1.50/hour weekends in Illinois and Missouri; may vary in other states.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed